Ravi Baswani was an Indian actor, best known for his roles in Jaane Bhi Do Yaaron, Chashme Buddoor, and Kabhi Haan Kabhi Naa. He was born on September 29, 1946, in New Delhi, British India, and passed away on July 27, 2010, in Haldwani, Uttaranchal, India.
Personal and Family Life
Ravi Baswani had a sister named Uma Chaudri and a brother named Ravi Kiran. He made his acting debut in the film Chashme Buddoor in 1981. In his last days, he planned to direct a sequel to Jaane Bhi Do Yaaron.
Career Highlights
Ravi is best remembered for playing the character Sudhir Mishra in the critically acclaimed film Jaane Bhi Do Yaaron (1983). He continued to act in various films and television shows until his final film, Mastang Mama, in 2010.
Death and Legacy
Ravi Baswani passed away from a heart attack on July 27, 2010, while scouting locations for his planned sequel to Jaane Bhi Do Yaaron. His contributions to Indian cinema are still celebrated, and he is remembered for his unique comic timing and memorable performances.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| जाने भी दो यारों | 1983-08-12 | Sudhir Mishra |
| Chashme Buddoor | 1981-04-30 | Jai Lakhanpal |
| कभी हाँ कभी ना | 1994-02-25 | Albert |
| Ab Ayega Mazaa | 1984-04-12 | Suresh / Sidey |
| Peechha Karro | 1986-06-17 | Hari Giridhara |
| प्यार तूने क्या किया… | 2001-05-09 | Vispy |
| Love 86 | 1986-02-14 | Havaldar Pandu |
| The Film | 2005-11-25 | Film-maker Kanti Gulati |
| Lucky: No Time for Love | 2005-04-08 | Mr. Negi |
| बंटी और बब्ली | 2005-05-27 | |
| यूँ होता तो क्या होता | 2006-07-21 | Papaji |
| Main Balwaan | 1986-11-28 | Suleimann Dilwala |
| Triyatri | 1990-01-05 | Surya’s Father |
| Jeena Isi Ka Naam Hai | 2002-03-22 | Himself |